UBC condemns violence against Muslims

The attack at a mosque in Quebec City on Sunday was a tragic and shocking event. The University of British Columbia deplores the violence and offers sincere condolences to the victims and their loved ones.

UBC celebrates diversity in all its forms, and is committed to providing an inclusive campus environment for everyone, regardless of religious belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or racial or ethnic background. These are fundamental Canadian – and human – values and therefore, we stand in solidarity with members of the Muslim community.

Flags will be lowered to half-staff at both campuses in memory of the lives lost.

Any member of the UBC community who requires support in the face of this incident is encouraged to reach out to the following resources:

UBC Vancouver:

Resources

EmergencyIf you have immediate safety concerns for yourself or others, call 911.

Information about hate crimes: hatecrimebc.ca
The non-emergency phone number for the RCMP on Campus is 604 224 1322

Equity & Inclusion Office
If you experience racism, harassment or discrimination, your best resource on campus is the Equity and Inclusion Office, in Brock Hall and can be reached at 604 822 6353 or info@equity.ubc.ca.

International Student AdvisingInternational students who would like to speak with an advisor about immigration questions or travel advice or questions about their student visa can contact International Student Development at 604.822.5021 or international.house@ubc.ca. After hours, you can contact Campus Security and you will be directed to an on-call advisor.

Support one another: 4 p.m. gathering UNC334, Monday, Jan. 30A community gathering was held, Monday, January 30,in the Upper Year Collegium. It was well attended by campus leadership, faculty, staff and students and several students spoke, including the president of the Muslim Student Association. There will likely be more activities planned by the students in the coming days‎, including a vigil, perhaps in partnership with the Kelowna Muslim community.